<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><item href="/academics/programs/nurse-anesthesia/index.html" dsn="programs"><title>Nurse Anesthesia</title><description>The purpose of the Doctor of Nursing Practice-Nurse Anesthesia degree program is to prepare baccalaureate registered nurses for the highest level of advanced nursing practice with a specialization in nurse anesthesia to provide safe and equitable patient-centered care.

			The DNP-NA program develops leaders and scholars who transform systems of care by improving the quality of care and patient outcomes in various healthcare settings. This mission is achieved through the creation of an environment that supports professional socialization, embraces diverse cultures and learning styles, recognizes achievement and promotes excellence while exemplifying the mission and traditions of the Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady.</description><degree>Doctoral</degree><schools>Nursing</schools><features>Hybrid,Sponsorship Opportunities</features><image><img src="/media/photos/academics/programs/crna/Nurse%20Anesthesia%20simulation.jpg" alt="CRNA student simulation"/></image></item>